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Ancient City of Cosa

Ancient City of Cosa

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Ancient City of Cosa

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Location: Orbetello, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy

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Federica

September 19, 2023

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The ancient city of Cosa, a hidden jewel of Tuscany, is today an archaeological site where you can discover the history of the Etruscans in Italy. Walk the ancient streets that take you to the acropolis and the forum, silent witnesses of ancient religious and political life. A timeless charm, where the past meets the present in an endless embrace.

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February 19, 2024

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The ancient Roman city of Cosa stands on a rocky promontory formed by two hills, separated by a vast saddle. Founded by the Romans in 273 BC. after the victory over the allied forces of the Etruscan cities of Volsinii and Vulci in 280 BC, it included a large part of the Vulci territory, including the coast. The Latin colony of Cosa thus controlled a large geographical area. The name derived from the older one of Cusi or Cusia, referring to a small Etruscan center located in present-day Orbetello.

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May 12, 2022

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The Roman colony of Cosa is located on the top of the Ansedonia promontory and was founded by the Romans in 273 BC. immediately after the victory of the empire …

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